I have been to two classes as a green belt. I'm already learning a ton of new stuff.
On Tuesday, when we focus on forms, I learned the next few moves in Extreme Form #1. It seemed to come easy. I don't doubt it's ugly and awkward, but I feel as though I've got it.
Today, my first day of sparring and wearing my new equipment (head gear, mouth guard, gloves, rib protector, and shin guards) I learned even more new moves: a reverse-spin roundhouse kick, slide-up front kick, two-fisted guard, and how to put on the second glove (possibly the most difficult move of all).
My sparring partner (Cecilia, a lovely bo black belt), was very patient and helpful.
Tuesday and Thursday morning classes are small. I am familiar with most of the other students. It's fun almost every single time. I partnered with Ron for warm-ups this morning. Either he was in a mood or he was severely disappointed in my partnering. It could most definitely have been the latter. Then again, he has to remember to REact, not to anticipate. And oh, yes, I should hold the pad the correct way in the correct place, too. I'm sure that would be most helpful.
I'm really energized about learning so much new stuff. And I am really looking forward to practicing it again and again. It's gratifying to look back on the stuff that's second nature now, but that made me feel like my limbs had just been attached to my body when I first attempted them.
I would love to wail on the wavemaster with my gloves and shin guards.
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